Week 1: Receiving Under Pressure

Module: Master The Opponent: 7-12 Years Old Classroom: Use The 360TFT Game Model Core Topic: Receiving Under Pressure

Session Focus

Staying Composed When Closed Down

Develop the ability to receive the ball under pressure, scan early, and make good decisions with the first touch.

Structure & Flow of Session

1. Ball Mastery Warm-Up (10 mins)

Receiving and turning exercises with increasing complexity

2. Contextual Game Scenario (15 mins)

Rondos and possession games with pressure on receivers

3. Small Sided Game (15 mins)

Games that reward successful receives under pressure

4. Match-Related Play (15-20 mins)

Game formats that create receiving challenges

Key Coaching Points

• Scan before the ball arrives
• Body shape to protect and see options
• First touch away from pressure
• Play the way you face when needed
• Stay calm and composed

This content is part of the 360TFT Football Coaching Academy - Use The 360TFT Game Model

Note: Full session diagrams and detailed coaching points are available in the Football Coaching Academy classroom.